Tag: Goderich
‘What a Day!’: The Disney Parade in Huron
“Wow! What a day!” enthused then-mayor Deb Shewfelt on July 24, 1999, when asked what he thought of the Disney Parade held in Goderich that day. Indeed, it was a signal event since it was the first and only Canadian city selected by the Disney Company for that honour. Yet, the town only had a […]
Big plans lie ahead for Goderich’s bicentennial celebration
GODERICH – Goderich is already moving full steam ahead with plans for its 2027 bicentennial. Town councillor Liz Petrie, the chair of the planning committee, said the celebration will also be a great way to recognize unsung local volunteers who give back to the community. “We have a wonderful community in the Town of Goderich. […]
Alexandra Marine welcomes new chief of staff
GODERICH – Alexandra Marine and General Hospital has announced the appointment of Dr. Tamra Steinmann as its new chief of staff. A Goderich family physician of 10 years, Steinmann is known for her compassion towards patients, as well as her dedication to the improvement of local health care, a release noted. “I’ve had the privilege […]
Council talks proposed bylaw against bikes, e-scooters on sidewalks
Goderich town council is hoping to introduce a bylaw banning bicycles and e-scooters from local sidewalks. But while all council members are seemingly in favour of passing the bylaw, they acknowledge that there are still discussions to be had regarding how enforcement would work. E-scooters are already prohibited on sidewalks under the Highway Traffic Act, […]
Discovery Healthcare Camp wraps up fifth year
GODERICH – Twenty-four secondary students completed the fifth annual Discovery Healthcare Camp put on by Gateway Centre of Excellence in Rural Health (CERH). Led by medical students from Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, students across Huron County and beyond heard presentations from medical professionals, gained hands-on experiences through team activities, and toured […]